The Light and The Dark (the life and times of Artemisia Gentileschi)

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By Kate Hamill
Directed by Jade King Carroll

At the height of the Italian Renaissance, artists are reshaping the very image of humanity. Artemisia Gentileschi wants to become one of the great painters...but women are not thought capable of true artistry. With persistence and bravado she quickly establishes a groundbreaking perspective, but just as her career begins to gain momentum, a series of devastating betrayals crack the foundation of her life and art. Told through her piercing point of view, The Light and The Dark (the life and times of Artemisia Gentileschi) weaves a magnetic and empowering tapestry of art, ambition, rage, and resilience.
 
From Kate Hamill, the playwright behind Primary Stages’ critically acclaimed adaptations of Pride and Prejudice and Little Women, comes a new play about how Gentileschi transcended trauma to become one of the most successful artists of her time and an inspiration for women throughout the ages.

Lead support for The Light and the Dark is provided by the Garfield Family Fund in memory of Johanna Garfield and The Andrew Leynse Legacy Project at Primary Stages.

Major season support provided by the Estate of Anne Bernstein, The Howard Gilman Foundation, The Shubert Foundation,The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust, and public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, and the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. 

CONTENT TRANSPARENCY

In an effort to care for our community, we’re sharing details about this production that may be sensitive for members of our audience. The following information may reveal plot points.

Please note that The Light and The Dark contains nudity, and descriptions of sexual assault. Recommended for ages 13 and above. 

Original artwork by Chance Brinkman-Sull, Chautauqua Theater Company at Chautauqua Institution

Post-performance talkbacks will be held following shows on Sunday, November 24, and Thursday, December 5.